Orlit Rovelight RT 600AC TTL User manual

Rovelight RT
600AC TTL / 800AC TTL
AC TTL Monolight
Bowens Mount

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Thank You for Choosing ORLIT!
TTL Flash Extraordinaire.
The new ORLIT ROVELIGHT RT 600AC and 800AC TTL WIRELESS
MONOLIGHTS represent a world class breakthrough in wireless
technologies featuring the first Canon RT ETTL and Nikon iTTL
compatible AC 600 and 800 watt second monolights.
The Orlit Rovelight RT 600AC and 800AC are fully compatible with the
Canon RT radio system and Orlit TR series transmitters for remote
power control. The incredible amount of raw energy and innovation
in these compact and lightweight units make the RT System the first
choice of Canon professional photographers, and the Orlit Rovelight RT
600 and 800 are the next development of the RT class of strobes.
Please read all the information contained in this user’s guide carefully,
keep it in a safe place and share it with other users.
Let us know how you are enjoying this new monolight and share your
successes with us.
If any questions or concerns arise as you use this flash, please write
to [e-mail] or call 212-647-9300 for personal technical
support.
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Features Include
•RT600AC: 262GN(ft)/80GN(m) 600ws. RT800AC: 295GN(ft)/90GN(m)
800ws superb power in the most efficient package in AC powered strobes
•Built in 2.4Ghz ORLIT RT radio system for full Canon RT built-in remote
control
•Canon ETTL & Nikon iTTL IR Slave Modes
•RT600 speeds at 0.8s full power to 0.05s minimum power recycle time
•RT800 exceeds at 1.0s full power to 0.05s minimum power recycle time
•Backward compatible with the Flashpoint Rovelight radio control system
for manual output control and triggering
•Industry benchmark range and interference avoidance with the new ORLIT
RT Radio System
•Links wirelessly with new ORLIT RT-600 TTL, Canon 600EX-RT or
Orlit TR-611C, TR-612N, or TR-Q6 Remotes
•IGBT firing allows for shorter flash durations and HSS to 1/8000s
•HSS Mode - Down to 1/32 Power
•Short Flash Duration (Freeze Mode) - 1/2200s - l/19000s
•Wireless Range - 980ft/300m plus with ORLIT TR-611C / TR-612N as
Transmitter
•5 Groups - A/ B / C / D / E / F
•Color coded light indicates Group Link
•16 Channels
•Power adjusts from full power to 1/256 in 1 and 1/10 stop increments with 8
stop range
•EV TTL Override Adjustment from -3.0 to +3.0EV
•20W LED Modeling Light (100W Tungsten Equivalent, 3200K) with
3 modeling lamp intensity settings
•Recycle audio signals

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•Continuous Capture for syncing camera rapid fire drive modes in HSS
•Worldwide AC voltage
•Auto Thermostatically Controlled Fan Cooled with Overheat Protection
•Can also be triggered optically, or with a standard 3.5mm sync cord
•Auto Thermostatically Controlled Fan Cooled with Overheat Protection
•Tilt head with integrated umbrella mount
•Vents and automatic fans for cooler, quieter running lights
•Many accessories and light modifiers available for the Bowens Mount
•Rear dot-matrix LCD panel with clear and convenient operation
•Stable color temperature at 5500° +150°K over the normal power range
•Extensive Custom Functions
•Auto Memory Recall
•Recycle Audio Prompt
•Mini USB Port for Firmware Upgrades
•2 Year Warranty
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For Your Safety
Always keep this product dry. Do not use in rain or in damp conditions.
Please dry your hands before handling the equipment, as wet hand are
dangerous to both the equipment and to you.
This product contains high-voltage electronic parts. Touching the
high-voltage circuit inside it may result in electric shock. Do not
disassemble. Should repairs become necessary, this product must be
sent to an authorized maintenance center.
Stop using this product if it breaks open due to internal shifting, falling
or strong impact. STRONG electric shock may occur if you touch the
components inside.
Do not use the strobe unit in the presence of flammable gases,
chemicals and other similar materials. In certain circumstances, these
materials may be sensitive to the strong light emitting from this strobe
unit and fire may result.
Do not leave or store the strobe unit if the ambient temperature reads
over 122°F/50°C (e.g. in automobile in the sun). Otherwise the
electronic parts may be damaged.
Do not insert metal parts into any lighting equipment, except the
special umbrella channel. Please ensure that you have firmly tightened
the handle on the umbrella bracket before using it to support the unit
Do not touch the electrical contacts on the strobe or battery or contact
them with any conductive materials.
This strobe has an over-heat protection circuit, rapid continuous firing
will cause the strobe to slow operation and trigger a “cool down”
period. After this period, the strobe will resume normal operation. You
may also reboot the strobe by cycling the power off and then on.
In case of abnormal function, sparks, excessive heat, flames or smoke,
immediately power off the unit and disconnect the battery if possible.
Have it checked by an authorized technician.

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1. Handle
2. GR color coded indicator light
3. Light head locker
4. Glass protector
5. Umbrella socket
6. Light stand locker
7. Flash tube
8. LED modeling lamp
9. Menu button
10. Test button
11. Power outlet
12. Function button
13. Modeling lamp switch
14. Power output knob / OK
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Orlit Rovelight RT600AC/800AC Product Key

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15. GR --- A / B / C / D / E / F
16. CH --- 00~15 / ID --- 00~99
17. Power output --- TTL: ±3.0 / M: 1.0~9.0 / HSS: 4.0~9.0
18. OH: Overheat Protection
19. M / TTL
20. Normal / HSS / Freeze
21. BEEP
22. CELL
23. Modeling lamp
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Orlit Rovelight RT600AC/800AC Screen Key

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MODE – Switch between M &TTL
CH – Channel selection from 00 to 15
– Beep remind: Turn on/Turn off
Orlit Rovelight RT600/800AC MENU KEY
SYNC – Switch between flash modes
GR – Group selection from A / B / C / D / E / F
*Please note that Group selection is not available with TR-A6, TRS-V
or TRS remote control
– CELL: Turn on/Turn off
– Modeling lamp: Proportion – 1.0~9.0
- PRO/Independent
High Speed Sync, shutter speed up to 1/8000s
(Canon/Nikon camera)
Canon RT TTL with Orlit 600RTC / TR-611C / TR-Q6C /
Canon 600EX-RT
Nikon iTTL with Orlit TR-612N
TR-A6/TRS-V remote control
TRS remote control
Max 1/19000s, Sync with shutter speed.
(No FREEZE feature in TTL mode)
H
NOR
Normal flash
C
N
A6
TRS
FRE

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Orlit Rovelight RT600AC/800AC Flash Modes
The RT600/800AC can operate in two modes to satisfy photographers’
different demands and preferences.
Switch ON: Long press on POWER button [11].
The LCD Orlit screen lights up and enters the operation interface.
Switch OFF: Long press POWER button [11].
The LCD screen turns off.
Power ON/OFF
1. Press the Function button [9] and switch to MENU1. You can scroll through
the 3 Menu screens with each press. While in Menu1, press the Function
button [12] to select wireless channel for Canon Cor Nikon N
2. Continuing in Menu1, Press the Function button [12] and select TTL mode.
3. Press Function button [12] to choose between Sync modes:
Normal mode
NOR
or high-speed sync (HSS) mode
H
.
4. Press Function button [9] and switch to MENU2 to set up Channel CH
and Groups GR.
The Group and Channel values must match those of the remote transmitter.
Carefully note the settings on the TR-611C/612N, 600RT, or Canon 600EX-
RT before setting.
The dedicated camera TTL symbol will light green when properly synched.
5. Press Function button [9] and switch to MENU3.
6. Press Function button [12] to switch the audio recycle tone on or off.
7. Short press Modeling Lamp button [15] to switch on or off modeling lamp.
TTL Mode

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1. Press the Function button [9] and switch to MENU1. While in Menu1, press
the Function button [12] to select wireless channel for Canon Cor Nikon
w N.
2. Press the Function button [12] and switch to M mode.
3. Press Function button [12] to choose between Sync modes: Normal mode
NOR
, high-speed sync (HSS) mode
H
, or freeze mode
FRE
.
4. Press Function button [9] and switch to MENU2 to set up Channel CH and
Groups GR.
The Group and Channel values must match those of the remote transmitter.
Carefully note the settings on the TR-611C/612N, 600RT, or Canon 600EX-
RT before setting.
The dedicated camera symbol will light green when properly synched.
5. Press Function button [9] and switch to MENU3.
6. Press Function button [12] to switch the audio recycle tone on or off.
7. Short press Modeling Lamp button [15] to switch on or off modeling lamp.
8. Press Function button [12] to choose modeling lamp mode between
proportion mode PRO and independent mode 1.0~9.0
M Mode
8. Press Function button [12] to choose modeling lamp mode between
proportion mode PRO and independent mode 1.0~9.0
9. TTL EV can be modified on a 6 stop range, -3.0EV~+3.0EV.
The values can be set in 1/10 stop increments: turn the Power output knob
[14] directly to change the power in 1/10 stop, or for 1 stop increments: press
the Power output knob [14] and the display value becomes green,
representing full stops, and turn the knob to change the power.

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9. Power output adjustment can be modified on a 9 stop range, from
1.0 ~ 9.0.
The values can be set in 1/10 stop increments: turn the Power output knob
[14] directly to change the power in 1/10 stop, or for 1 stop increments:
press the Power output knob [14] and the display value becomes green,
representing full stops, and turn the knob to change the power.

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Special Orlit Rovelight RT600AC/800AC Features
Freeze mode can arrest action and movement from 1/800s to 1/19000s, far
more quickly than traditional flash duration. Choose the option in MENU1
with the corresponding Function button [12] to scroll through the choices for
FREEZE
FRE
short flash duration. Freeze mode can be used only in M mode,
maximum 1/19000s. Sync with shutter speed via PC Cord. (No FREEZE fea-
ture in TTL mode).
When C or Nis selected in wireless remote control on screen, the
RT600/800 is set to be triggered or controlled ONLY by a compatible ORLIT
TTL trigger or the Canon 600EX-RT.
When A6 is selected in wireless remote control on screen,
RT600/800AC is set to be triggered or controlled by a TR-A6 or TRS-V
offered by Flashpoint. In this mode, GR does not appear on the RT600/800.
Set TRS-V in the same channel on RT600/800.
When TRS is selected in wireless remote control on screen,
RT600/800AC is set to be triggered or controlled by TRS offered by
Flashpoint. In this mode, GR does not appear on RT600/800. Set TRS
in the same channel on RT600/800.
When the system overheats, the RT600/800 will automatically switch on the
overheat protection mode. The screen displays OH, which means the built-in
high temperature protection is activated. In the event of total overheating,
the system will stop working to prevent internal damage. When the tempera-
ture returns to an acceptable level, RT600/800 will start to work normally
again.
When a camera is set to shoot in one of the continuous drive modes, the
RT600/800 can only stay in sync while in Manual mode with the HSS sync
selected, and the power output range of is only able to be manually set from
1.0 to 3.0. Moreover, the RT600/800 does not display any indication of the
camera’s continuous drive mode on the LCD screen.
1. Freeze mode
2. Wireless remote control
3. Overheat protection
4. Continuous Capture (Camera Setting)

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Installation of the Glass Protector
1. Align the glass protector to
the inner side of metal springs.
2. Push one side of the glass
protector towards the metal spring.
3. Push the other side of
the glass protector.

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Firmware Upgrades
Maintenance
The ORLIT Rovelight RT600AC/800AC supports firmware upgrades through
the USB port. Update information will be released on the ORLIT official web-
site. www.adorama.com/g/orlit
Avoid sudden impacts. The product should be kept dust free.
It is normal for the flash tube to be warm when in use. Avoid continuous
flashes if unnecessary. Overheating the flashtube weakens its strength.
Shut down the device immediately should abnormal operation be
detected. If the product exhibits failures or was exposed to liquids,
cease its use until it is repaired by professionals.
Maintenance of the flash must be performed by our authorized service
department which can provide original accessories. This product, except con-
sumables, e.g. flash tube, is supported with a two-year warranty.
Unauthorized service will void the warranty.
Changes made to the specifications or designs may not be reflected in this
manual.

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Specification
Guide # @ 100ISO RT600AC: 262GN(ft)/80GN(m) 600ws
RT800AC: 295GN(ft)/90GN(m) 800ws
Max Power 600ws/800ws
Power Variables M: 1.0~9.0
HSS: 4.0~9.0
TTL: ±3.0EV
Power Increments 0.1 stop / 1 stop
Recycle Time RT 600 0.8s at Full Power
RT 800 1.0s at Full Power
Flash Modes Manual / RT TTL
Sync Modes Normal / HSS / Freeze
Flash Duration (t.05) NOR: 1/2200s~1/8000s
FREEZE: 1/2200s~1/19,000s
Color Temp NOR: 5500˚K +/-150˚K
FREEZE: 5500˚K +/-800˚K
Modeling Lamp 20W LED Proportion/Independent
mode
Wireless Reciever Built-in Canon RT 2.4GHz / RF
Channel/Group CH: 1-15 / GR A/B/C/D/E/F
Infra-Red Sensor Built-in ETTL/iTTL infra-red sensor
Sync Socket 3.5mm
Sync Voltage DC6.5V
Thermal Protection Method Auto shutoff temperature sensor
circuit
USB Firmware Update
Support
Yes
Weight RT600AC 6.41b/2.9Kg
RT800AC 6.83lb/3.1kg
Dimensions 14.4 x 5.35 x 7.9 in / 365 x 136 x
200mm
Operating Room Temp. 32F -104˚F / 0˚C - 40˚C
Power AC 90~205v 50/60Hz 10A fuse

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from defects in material and workmanship for the period of two (2) years
from the date of purchase (or delivery as may be required in certain
jurisdictions), or thirty (30) days after replacement, whichever comes later.
Orlit’s entire liability and your exclusive remedy for any breach of warranty
shall be, at Orlit’s option, to repair or replace the hardware, provided that the
hardware is returned to the point of purchase or such other place as Orlit
may direct with a copy of the sales receipt or dated itemized receipt.
Orlit may, at its option, replace your product, offer to provide a
functionally equivalent product, or repair any product with new, refurbished
or used parts as long as such parts are in compliance with the product’s tech-
nical specifications. Any replacement hardware product will be
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days, whichever is longer, or for any additional period of time that may be
applicable in your jurisdiction. If the product has been discontinued, the war-
ranty provider reserves the right to replace it with a model of equivalent qual-
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from accident, abuse, misapplication, or any unauthorized repair, modification
or disassembly, improper operation or maintenance, normal wear and tear, or
usage not in accordance with product instructions or connection to improper
voltage supply, use of consumables, such as replacement batteries, not sup-
plied by Orlit, except where such restriction is prohibited by applicable law.
Except where prohibited by applicable law, this warranty is nontransferable
and is limited to the original purchaser and the country in which the product
was purchased. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other rights, including a longer warranty duration that may vary
under local laws. To start a warranty claim contact the Orlit Customer Service
Department to obtain a return merchandise authorization (“RMA”) number,
and return the defective product to Orlit, along with the RMA
number and proof of purchase.

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